Any February 2014 Sleevers?

[Jencovi 261]

Just haven't been to the gym in a while. Well I got there today. I think just in an emotional slump.

I totally understand. After a long day with my mom last week (after her accident) I went to the grocery store and somehow came home with poptarts and redvines. Then over the weekend I was out of town for my baby brother's college graduation and ate carbs at most of the celebrations. Cinnamon rolls, pizza, tacos...I got home last night and couldn't believe what I had managed to eat and drink. Today I have been on two walks and made another appointment with my trainer (had to cancel on her since I had no one to watch my baby and had to take care of mom). But no more excuses. It's time to buck up and get back to it. I still feel emotionally wiped. But I will feel better if I'm working out and eating right.

On a happier note, mom is doing much better and I am at over 16,500 steps today. My family all has fitbit with me and they think I need to aim for 14-15k steps a day because I get 10k so easily. They're probably right. So I'm getting back on track and even though its only day one I can already feel the difference.

Good luck Cwang. I'm proud of you for going back to the gym.

[Darianna75 131]

Jencovi I want to thank you ! It was he simplest of gestures and it it went so far, I was sick all weekend and had about only 1,000 steps all day and I was laying in bed and my phone beeped and it said JenC is cheering you on!! I was like oh wtf now I feel like I must get up and do something lol.. And I did , I got out of bed and at least moved about the house . I know it seems like just the click of a button in an app but it was a great deal of motivation for me !! So thanks for making me get my ass up and moving lol

[Nikoplus2 2]

Hi all! I was sleeved 2/24 and I feel like I've been I a bit of a slump too. I did a 5k mud run two weeks ago and up to that I'd been training and sticking to a pretty strict exercise and diet regime. Now that the race is over, I've fallen off course. I'm still loosing, but it's SLOW! I need to motivate and get back to work...

I'm also having a tough time with food options at the moment. I am always on the run and don't have much time to prepare food. I want to find some more quick food options. I've been doing a lot of Greek yogurt, cheese sticks, Starbucks Protein boxes and even grilled chicken strips from Jack in the Box. Can you all share some of your protein-heavy food choices either pre-packaged or fast food? Thanks!

[Jencovi 261]

Jencovi I want to thank you ! It was he simplest of gestures and it it went so far, I was sick all weekend and had about only 1,000 steps all day and I was laying in bed and my phone beeped and it said JenC is cheering you on!! I was like oh wtf now I feel like I must get up and do something lol.. And I did , I got out of bed and at least moved about the house . I know it seems like just the click of a button in an app but it was a great deal of motivation for me !! So thanks for making me get my ass up and moving lol

I am so glad it motivated you! I try to cheer on all my fitbit buddies from time to time. If anyone ever gets a taunt it was meant for my dad. Haha.

[Jencovi 261]

Hi all! I was sleeved 2/24 and I feel like I've been I a bit of a slump too. I did a 5k mud run two weeks ago and up to that I'd been training and sticking to a pretty strict exercise and diet regime. Now that the race is over, I've fallen off course. I'm still loosing, but it's SLOW! I need to motivate and get back to work...

I'm also having a tough time with food options at the moment. I am always on the run and don't have much time to prepare food. I want to find some more quick food options. I've been doing a lot of Greek yogurt, cheese sticks, Starbucks Protein boxes and even grilled chicken strips from Jack in the Box. Can you all share some of your protein-heavy food choices either pre-packaged or fast food? Thanks!

Someone posted a pic of something called "P3" which are like lunchables with meat, cheese and nuts. You can find them with the lunchables at most grocery stores. Also where I live most burger places do lettuce wrapped burgers or chicken. That has been good for me when I'm on the go. I do okay with the lettuce but I know some people struggle. Also the Premier Protein is pretty easy to take in the car.

For those of us who have had our weight loss slow down we must remember that that's still a loss and slow and steady wins the race. That's not meant to discourage anyone who may still be losing lots of weight each week. But just because we aren't losing 5+ pounds a week anymore does not mean we are failing.

[gastricsleever 259]

Someone posted a pic of something called "P3" which are like lunchables with meat, cheese and nuts. You can find them with the lunchables at most grocery stores. Also where I live most burger places do lettuce wrapped burgers or chicken. That has been good for me when I'm on the go. I do okay with the lettuce but I know some people struggle. Also the Premier Protein is pretty easy to take in the car. For those of us who have had our weight loss slow down we must remember that that's still a loss and slow and steady wins the race. That's not meant to discourage anyone who may still be losing lots of weight each week. But just because we aren't losing 5+ pounds a week anymore does not mean we are failing.

I totally have a problem with lettuce and tomatoes now! I use to LOVE salads and now I don't enjoy lettuce or tomatoes at all! I thought it was just me.

Honestly, i never lost 5lbs a week after surgery. The most I've lost was one week I lost 4, but for the most part I lose 1-3lbs a week and I'm ok with that whether someone says that's slow or not, I don't care cause I'm happy

[mcginn0425 48]

I know this will sound crazy, but do any of you feel awkward or not know how to take a compliment when people make comments about how much weight you've lost?? I didn't tell most of my coworkers, so now that people notice, I don't know what to say.

[Jencovi 261]

I know this will sound crazy, but do any of you feel awkward or not know how to take a compliment when people make comments about how much weight you've lost?? I didn't tell most of my coworkers, so now that people notice, I don't know what to say.

Most of my closest friends and family know about my surgery. But I still get compliments. If you aren't comfortable sharing just say thank you and if they ask what you've been doing day you're eating a high Protein diet and working out.

[Nikoplus2 2]

I'be told quite a few people about the surgery, so it's not too hard accepting compliments, but I understand. I was at my surgeon's monthly support group last week and this came up. One of the guys had the best line - he said he just tells people he has "cut a few things out". You don't have to mention that one of those things is part of your stomach. Lol! Joking aside, you can be honest and say you are working hard on changing your diet as exercise. This is very much the truth for me at least!

[melessig 8]

For fast on the go Protein I also love the P3 packs. I do cottage cheese single packets. To get some veggies in I get a prepackaged thing in the produce section that has hummus, carrots, celery and sunflower seeds. I've also been doing a nature valley protein chewy bar. It has 10 grams of protein and tastes sooo good. I have to limit those because they do have some sugar, but not too much. Mcdonalds has a decent wrap and if u get it w grilled chicken not too bad.

I've also been in a stall with weight loss, but think I'm still losing inches. When I get compliments from people I haven't told I just say thanks and if they ask how I say 'I've been working really hard, met with a dietician and now eat several small high protein meals. It's the truth... ????. Glad to hear I'm not the only one that has slipped up here and there. Keep up the great work everyone!

[Sarahjane79 397]

So I took my 12 week pictures tonight. I see lots of difference between the night before and now... but not a lot in the last 4 weeks.

[AmyV 82]

11 weeks today and 40 lbs gone. BUT today I have eaten NON-STOP!!! Like I've had the munchies. It isn't my time of the month or anything. I haven't eaten "bad" stuff. Protein Shake, Jerky, chicken, black Beans, tuna, pistachios....anyone else experience this????

[Jencovi 261]

11 weeks today and 40 lbs gone. BUT today I have eaten NON-STOP!!! Like I've had the munchies. It isn't my time of the month or anything. I haven't eaten "bad" stuff. Protein Shake, Jerky, chicken, black Beans, tuna, pistachios....anyone else experience this????

I eat nonstop. I have since like week 8? Whenever they gave us the green light for solids like fresh chicken. I eat about 1200 cals a day and feel hungry all day even if I take a ppi and eat high Protein. But I am still losing and feeling better than ever.

[gruiz27 219]

I got sleeved feb. 6

Here's my before and current pic

[Jencovi 261]

I got sleeved feb. 6

Here's my before and current pic

You look great!